The Bermuda Police Service can now confirm the death of 54 year old Simon Hodgson and extends sincere condolences to his family and friends.

Police and ambulance personnel were dispatched to a South Road, Southampton residence around 7:30am Thursday, January 30th where Mr. Hodgson – who is understood to have resided in the City of Hamilton – was found unresponsive at the bottom of a staircase outside the home by a houseguest.

Death was certified at that location by an on call doctor later Thursday morning.

The scene was processed and inquiries commenced, which included speaking to individuals who attended a function along with Mr. Hodgson at the Southampton home the night before.

A cause of death is being examined. However, foul play is not suspected.